Health Tip

The onion is a botanical called allium cepa. The plant grows two feet in height, with a three to four month growth period.

Onions contain 40 calories, little fat, and dietary fiber. They offer protection from cancer, decrease blood sugar and cholesterol levels and lower the risk of coronary artery disease and stroke.

Vitamin C in onions acts as an anti-inflammatory, relieving cold and flu symptoms. They are a plentiful source of vitamin B complex, alleviating nervous system disorders.

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Adding some of the zest of a lemon to a tablespoon of the lemon's juice gives 1,600 oxygen radical absorbency capacity (ORAC) to one's diet. The higher a food's ORAC value, the more free radical-fighting antioxidants one gets. The antioxidants also are said to aid in the lowering of the risk of cancer when eaten as fresh fruit. The juice of a lemon also provides over 30 mg of vitamin C, a high amount, almost half of the daily dose for women and a third of that for men.

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